Cummins sets sights on 2050 zero-emission goal
♻️ Looking forward to a cleaner future?
Cummins sure hopes so. The engine manufacturer is focusing on a zero-emission goal, working to transform fleets with new-age technology that will comply with incoming regulatory standards for the trucking industry. The company’s investments include a whopping $1 billion spent per year on researching upcoming technological advancements that will lead to zero emissions by 2050.
A significant project in Morocco aimed at revolutionizing renewable energy has hit a major roadblock.
The world of sustainable energy is buzzing with excitement about a new water-powered engine, especially in the context of transitioning away from conventional energy sources.
Several states in the U.S., including California, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Washington, and Rhode Island, plan to ban the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2035.
Nikola Corporation (Nasdaq: NKLA) recently opened its first HYLA high-pressure modular refueling station in Southern California, marking a significant step in zero-emissions transportation.
Danish investors in DSV are pressing the logistics giant regarding environmental, social, and governance aspects of its $10 billion joint venture in Saudi Arabia, supporting the Neom mega-city project.
Honda has unveiled its latest hydrogen fuel cell-powered vehicle, the 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV, signaling the company's commitment to utilizing hydrogen as a vehicle fuel source.
In Keyser, West Virginia, Sheila Wagoner, like many, isn't fond of the new wind farm dominating the skyline.
Hydrogen - the lightest element - is being touted as a promising clean fuel for the future, particularly in the automotive industry.
In September 2022, Hawaii shut down its sole coal power plant as part of its goal to achieve entirely clean electricity by 2045.
Investor groups are urging EU countries to support a proposed law, the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, which would hold large companies accountable for environmental and human rights violations in their supply chains.
Ammonia has emerged as a potential marine fuel in the quest for decarbonization, but a study from Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden reveals that this alternative may create new environmental challenges.
IMC, the leading US container transportation company, has placed an order for 50 Nikola fuel-cell trucks to replace its battery-electric vehicles following unsatisfactory results from two years of testing.
Nikola Corp. recently took its hydrogen fuel cell electric truck for a spin at CES 2024, and we got a firsthand look at what this regional hauler can do.
The U.S. offshore wind industry is experiencing both challenges and progress in 2023.
North Korea is suspected of starting operations at a light-water reactor in its Yongbyon nuclear complex, raising concerns that it may be aiming to produce plutonium for nuclear weapons.
The U.S. offshore wind industry is looking to rebound in 2024 after a challenging year in 2023, marked by project cancellations and financial write-offs.
COP28 in Dubai marked a historic moment as nations committed to transitioning away from fossil fuels to combat climate change.
Connecticut's plan to ban the sale of gas-powered cars by 2035 is facing a setback, with Governor Ned Lamont shifting his focus to promoting electric vehicles instead of a scheduled legislative vote on the ban.
The California Public Utilities Commission has voted to cut financial incentives for rooftop solar power for the second time, causing concern in the solar industry.
Deforestation in Brazil's Amazon decreased by 22.3% in the 12 months through July, marking the smallest area cleared since 2018, according to government data from the Brazilian space research agency Inpe.
Delhi and its surrounding areas are grappling with hazardous levels of smog, with an air quality index as high as 800 in some places, far above the safe range.
New Delhi, India's capital, experienced extremely poor air quality as a thick layer of toxic haze covered the city, leading to the closure of some schools.
President Biden has unveiled a series of investments totaling over $5 billion as part of his commitment to rural America.
Germany has allowed France to use state subsidies for its nuclear power plants, breaking a deadlock in EU electricity market reform discussions.
In the 2022 "Protecting Blue Whales & Blue Skies" program, shipping companies received awards and financial incentives for reducing speeds in environmentally sensitive areas.
The maritime industry is increasingly turning to wind power as an eco-friendly alternative for its vessels.
The UK has given the green light for Equinor's North Sea Rosebank oil and gas project, emphasizing energy security despite opposition from environmentalists.
California Governor Gavin Newsom is facing key decisions regarding climate initiatives in the state.
Ocean Infinity, an ocean robotics firm, has entered into a contract with Equinor Wind US LLC to conduct a comprehensive site investigation survey off the coast of Morro Bay, California.
A skit on "Saturday Night Live" recently spoofed fast fashion brands Shein and Temu, highlighting the industry's dark side.